Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears faces an uncertain status for Week 4 after head coach Robert Saleh said Friday that Spears will have to "clear some hurdles" to play against the Baltimore Ravens. Spears’s ankle injury, which limited him to just three carries for five yards in Tennessee’s 21-17 loss to the New York Giants in Week 3, casts doubt on his availability for Sunday’s game.
Spears and fellow Titans back Tony Pollard entered the Giants game nursing injuries, but Pollard remained the primary option in the backfield. Pollard turned 21 touches into 96 scrimmage yards despite a foot issue, posting a season-high 13.6 fantasy points according to FantasyPros. That output pushed him to RB31 in fantasy points per game through three weeks, averaging 8.5 points overall.
With Spears trending toward missing Week 4, Pollard’s role is expected to expand further. The Ravens rank 29th in rushing expected points added (EPA) per attempt and 21st in rushing success rate allowed, which could open opportunities for Pollard to exploit their defense on the ground. Tennessee’s offense should lean more heavily on Pollard in the backfield workload if Spears is sidelined.
Rookie Nicholas Singleton, who was mentioned by Saleh as a potential contributor, saw zero offensive snaps against the Giants despite expectations. Singleton’s first two game weeks brought just four carries for 10 yards, all in Week 2 versus the Philadelphia Eagles. Should Spears be ruled out, Singleton would likely become Pollard’s immediate backup. However, Singleton remains a low-value fantasy option unless Pollard suffers a significant injury.
Saleh’s comments on Spears’s injury came a day before the Titans face the Ravens at Nissan Stadium, a matchup that fantasy managers will monitor closely. Pollard’s increased touches and productivity in Week 3 with Spears limited provide a clear indicator of his elevated role. That shift gives Pollard a stronger fantasy outlook against a Ravens rush defense that has struggled to contain opponents so far this season.
Tennessee’s backfield situation remains fluid, with Spears’s status a key factor in how the team manages carries and snaps. Pollard’s ability to stay healthy and productive will be crucial as the Titans look to improve on their 1-2 start. Singleton’s involvement remains minimal, but he could see snaps if the injury situation worsens.
For now, Pollard’s Week 4 fantasy stock is rising as Spears battles to prove his fitness. Saleh’s “clear some hurdles” remark leaves Spears’s availability uncertain but leans toward limited action or a possible absence. Fantasy managers will await official injury reports and game-day decisions before finalizing their lineups.
According to Yahoo Sports.